New Year 2014 – New Beginning

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It is another January already. I can’t believe it. During the new year 2014 season of reflection I wanted to document a few of my thoughts here as I am spending time planning school, purging closets, and packing away another year of Christmas. New Year is one of my favorite times actually. I am an […]

M is for Merry Christmas

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As we continue on down through the alphabet we have already reached “M”. I can’t believe that!! And for this week I want to share with you some photos of our “Merry Christmas”. While this Christmas was far from stellar and I don’t have many pictures of opening gifts, we were together as a family […]

Cookie Decorating

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It is Christmas time and that means cookie baking around this house. We bake lots and lots of goodies during the holidays and it is a family affair. It is one of my favorite ways to homeschool around the holidays. Baking and gift making are great ways to teach art concepts and life skills. But […]

Lord of Lords – Worthy of All

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Merry Christmas my dear readers! Let’s not forget why we celebrate this Lord of Lords birth. He may have come as a baby in a manger but He left a Heavenly throne to come for you and for me. So today, as you are gathering around with family and friends, or maybe like me home […]

King of Kings – A Royal Mindset

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As He enters the room everyone rises to their feet. A hush falls upon the crowd as all eyes turn toward Him. There is something about Him that is powerful, and yet comforting. He is their leader and they trust Him. A golden crown, a royal robe, and a seat in the center of attention. […]

Christmas Family Fun Ideas

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It is the season of crafting and gift making around my house. It is also the season of parties and gatherings. It is just plain ole busy! I strive each year to set my priorities and keep those in focus allowing things to fall into our schedule only as there is time or as they […]

Child Sized Tools-For Small Hands Review/Giveaway

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For Small Hands is a great company for any family that desires to instill a love of helping into their children. They offer child sized tools that are just as usable and practical as those sold for mom or dad but in a size that makes them manageable for “small hands”. Taking advantage of the “I […]

Jesus-The Reason for the Season

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So, it is December 9th already. What have you done to keep Jesus the reason for the season? Last year I did a series on Seeing Christ in Christmas that told you a little of how we are very intentional about allowing our children to have fun with more “secular” traditions but showing them how […]